How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in New Jersey?
$47,420a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in New Jersey. That is $22.80 an hour or $3,952 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.80
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,800Median: $47,420Highest 10%: $48,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,800 | $17.21 | |
| 25th | $37,380 | $17.97 | |
| Median | $47,420 | $22.80 | |
| 75th | $47,640 | $22.90 | |
| 90th | $48,400 | $23.27 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $38,190 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $36,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 3. Washington | $49,230 |
| 4. Colorado | $48,540 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $47,440 |
| 6. New Jersey | $47,420 |
| 7. California | $47,410 |
| 8. Maryland | $47,100 |
| 9. Ohio | $46,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $22.80 ($47,420 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $47,420 against $39,460 nationally, 20% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
New Jersey ranks 6 of 40 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $38,190 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.